How to travel from Zurich to Pisa

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Zurich to Pisa

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Pisa among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of Kč1526 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 11m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of Kč1526, while a flight costs an average of Kč14924.

Distance: 267 miles (431 km)

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Driving

Kč3430

Average price

Kč1526

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Cheapest

Kč14924

Average price

Kč4723

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7h 40m

Average total duration

7h 10m

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30m

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11h 35m

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11h 5m

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30m

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6h 11m

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4h 11m

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6h 30m

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0.1 - 0.4kg

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1.3 - 2.6kg

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FlixBus

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British Airways

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Zurich to Pisa is a bus with an average price of Kč1526.

This is compared to other travel options from Zurich to Pisa:

A bus is Kč1904 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich to Pisa costing on average Kč3430.

A bus is Kč13398 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zurich to Pisa costing on average Kč14924.

The fastest way to travel from Zurich to Pisa is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 11m.

Other travel options to Pisa take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 40m.

Bus takes on average 11h 35m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Zurich and Pisa including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Zurich to Pisa among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around Kč3430 compared to roughly Kč4723 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about Kč1294. The journey takes 7h 10m versus 6h 30m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Zurich to Pisa

How to get from Zurich to Pisa by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Zurich to Pisa is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:45 AM12h50
    Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    9:35 PMPisa, Via delle Fiamme Gialle (Park Pietrasantina)
    Kč10251One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:45 AM12h50
    Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    9:35 PMPisa, Via delle Fiamme Gialle (Park Pietrasantina)
    Kč10251One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • LufthansaLH1189+Air DolomitiLH7402
    1:30 PM4h30
    Zurich Airport
    6:00 PMPisa International Airport
    Kč130021One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • TrenitaliaEuroCity 21+IntercityIntercity 599+RegionaleRegionale 2295
    1:33 PM8h34
    Zurich HB
    10:07 PMPisa Centrale
    Kč32991One-way
    2 transfers
  • TrenitaliaEuroCity 151+IntercityIntercity 673
    12:33 PM7h44
    Zurich HB
    8:17 PMPisa Centrale
    Kč33901One-way
    1 transfer
  • TrenitaliaEuroCity 23+IntercityIntercity 685
    3:33 PM7h44
    Zurich HB
    11:17 PMPisa Centrale
    Kč33901One-way
    1 transfer
  • RegionaleRegionale 20663 · Regionale Veloce 4134+easyJetU22987
    8:30 AM9h55
    Zurich Airport
    6:25 PMPisa Centrale
    Kč34131One-way
    2 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale 20681 · Regionale Veloce 4136+easyJetU22987
    8:30 AM11h45
    Zurich Airport
    8:15 PMPisa Centrale
    Kč34131One-way
    2 transfers
  • Leonardo ExpressLeonardo express 4619+FrecciabiancaFRECCIABIANCA 8620+easyJetU22987
    8:30 AM8h23
    Zurich Airport
    4:53 PMPisa Centrale
    Kč36481One-way
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Zurich to Pisa

Travel to Pisa easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Zurich to Pisa.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Zurich and Pisa including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Zurich to Pisa is a bus with an average price of Kč1526.

This is compared to other travel options from Zurich to Pisa:

A bus is Kč1904 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich to Pisa costing on average Kč3430.

A bus is Kč13398 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zurich to Pisa costing on average Kč14924.

The fastest way to travel from Zurich to Pisa is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 11m.

Other travel options to Pisa take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 40m.

Bus takes on average 11h 35m.

The distance from Zurich to Pisa is approximately 267 miles (431 km).
The average frequency per day from Zurich to Pisa is:
  • Around 19 flights per day.
  • Around 17 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Zurich and Pisa as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Zurich to Pisa:
  • Flights mostly depart from Zurich Airport and arrive in Pisa International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Zurich HB and arrive in Pisa Centrale.
  • Buses mostly depart from Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) and arrive in Pisa, Via delle Fiamme Gialle (Park Pietrasantina).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Zurich to Pisa, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Trenitalia, Intercity, Frecciabianca, Intercity Notte, Intercity to go to Pisa by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Pisa by bus.
  • Travel with Air Dolomiti, Swiss, Eurowings, Lufthansa City Airlines, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Smartwings, Croatia Airlines, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, British Airways to go to Pisa by flight.
Omio customers who travel from Zurich to Pisa often also extend their vacation to go to Florence, Rome, La Spezia, Milan, Lucca. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Pisa and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Pisa to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Pisa, you can visit the iconic Leaning Tower of Pisa and explore the Piazza dei Miracoli, a UNESCO World Heritage site with stunning medieval architecture. Discover the Pisa Cathedral, a masterpiece of Romanesque architecture, and the Baptistery of St. John, known for its acoustics and Gothic design. The Camposanto Monumentale offers impressive frescoes and ancient Roman sarcophagi. For art enthusiasts, the Museo dell'Opera del Duomo and the National Museum of San Matteo house remarkable collections. Enjoy a stroll along the Arno River, explore the charming Borgo Stretto, and savor a gelato at one of the city's renowned gelaterias.
One to two days in Pisa is typically sufficient to explore the city's main attractions, including the Leaning Tower, Piazza dei Miracoli, and nearby historical sites.
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